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Description

Discover the transformative power of the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin, a collaboration with Grammy-winning mixing engineer Manny Marroquin. This versatile distortion processor is designed to add character and texture to your tracks, whether you're looking to apply a subtle touch of grit to vocals or unleash a full-on sonic assault on guitars, synths, and more. With its intuitive interface, featuring 12 essential controls, you can quickly dial in the perfect amount of distortion to enhance your mix's depth and attitude.

Boasting an internal parallel distortion path, this plugin allows you to seamlessly blend clean and distorted signals, preserving the dynamic integrity of your original sound. The attack and release controls offer additional dynamic shaping, giving you the ability to craft a sound that's uniquely yours. Whether you're working in mono or stereo, the Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin is compatible with both Native and SoundGrid licenses, ensuring it fits seamlessly into your existing setup. Elevate your music production with this powerful tool and let your creativity run wild.

Key Features:

  • Designed in collaboration with Manny Marroquin
  • 12 essential controls for quick and easy use
  • Internal parallel distortion path for blending clean and distorted signals
  • Attack and release controls for dynamic shaping
  • Compatible with Native and SoundGrid licenses
  • Supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz resolution
  • Mono and stereo components
  • Adds attitude to various instruments, including guitars, vocals, and keyboards

Owner's manual

Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion User Manual

Product specs

Software Type Distortion
Platform Mac, PC
Upgrade/Full Full
Download/Boxed Download
Bit Depth 64-bit
Format AAX Native, AudioSuite, VST, AU, SoundGrid
Hardware Requirements - Mac Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM minimum
Hardware Requirements - PC Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher (AVX required), 8GB RAM minimum
OS Requirements - Mac macOS 12 or later
OS Requirements - PC Windows 10 or later (21H2), 64-bit

FAQs

What types of distortion effects can I achieve with the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin?

The Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin offers a range of distortion effects, from subtle saturation to aggressive, gritty distortion, suitable for enhancing vocals, drums, guitars, and more.

Is the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion compatible with my DAW?

The plugin is compatible with DAWs that support AAX Native, AudioSuite, VST, AU, and SoundGrid formats, making it versatile for use with most major DAWs on both Mac and PC platforms.

What are the minimum system requirements for running the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion on a Mac?

You need an Intel Core i7 or higher (M1 support), 8GB RAM, and macOS 12 or later to run the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion on a Mac.

Can I use the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion on a Windows PC?

Yes, the plugin is compatible with Windows 10 or later (21H2), 64-bit systems, requiring an Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-core or higher with AVX support and at least 8GB RAM.

What makes the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin unique compared to other distortion plugins?

This plugin is designed in collaboration with Grammy-winning engineer Manny Marroquin, offering unique tonal shaping capabilities and a user-friendly interface tailored for professional sound design.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion.

Comparisons

  • Manny Marroquin Distortion is praised for its warmth and clarity, yet Decapitator and DevilLoc are noted for superior warmth and non-fatiguing pushability.

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  • Saturn 2 is described as an enhanced version of Manny Marroquin Distortion, offering a more powerful saturation experience.

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Use cases and applications

  • DevilLoc Delux is deemed essential for vocals and electric guitars, enhancing presence and crunch when used gently.

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User experience

  • Some users find Manny Marroquin plug-ins excessive for their desired sound, preferring Decapitator for more precise vocal mixing results.

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Features and functionality

  • The Decapitator is frequently used as a send effect in mixes, reliably achieving targeted sound profiles.

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Great on vocals

Gives thin vocal tracks an ass if used in moderation. Highly recommended.

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See how Mike Patton uses Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion

Mike Patton

Singer, Keyboardist

Faith No More

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Mike Patton describes the Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin as "a digital deep fryer" for achieving a crispy exterior on any sound, highlighting its effectiveness in sound design. This statement is featured on Waves' official website under the Manny Marroquin Distortion Plugin section.

See how Tom Lord-Alge uses Waves Manny Marroquin Distortion

Tom Lord-Alge

Music Producer

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"Also, I really love to take one of the rhythm guitar parts and distort it using the Manny Marroquin Distortion plugin. I‘ll use that in the center of the track and it really adds an awesome growl. I mainly use this trick in the choruses. With the Manny plugin, I can make the attack slow, so it enters like ‘gang busters’ and then falls right into place."

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